Head of Risk Advisory

Hostplus Superannuation; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

3% higher superannuation top-up

Hybrid and flexible work environment

Development budget per person

Additional paid leave over Christmas &

5 days flex leave

20 weeks parental leave

Wellness program and EAP support

Community service leave

Salary continuance insurance

Long service leave access

Subsidised financial advice

Job summary

Hostplus seeks a Head of Risk Advisory to lead a high-performing team and partner with executives to deliver trusted risk advice. Based in Melbourne or Adelaide, the role focuses on strengthening risk culture, guiding decision-making and maturing the Fund's risk framework.

The successful candidate will oversee incident management, resilience programs and risk reporting to the Board, while driving continuous improvement across governance and compliance practices.

Qualifications

• Degree in a relevant field with post graduate risk/leadership qualifications.
• Experience in financial services with senior strategic leadership roles.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Risk Advisory Team to provide independent risk oversight.
• Provide risk guidance aligned with the Risk Management Framework and Strategic Plan.
• Develop and embed risk processes for identification, management and reporting.

Skills

Risk leadership

Stakeholder management

Risk governance

Regulatory reporting

Crisis management

Decision support

Education

Masters or professional risk qualification

Job description

Are you passionate about helping our members achieve a dignified retirement?

At Hostplus, we're trusted to safeguard the retirement outcomes of millions of Australians. As Head of Risk Advisory, you'll partner with leaders across the business to deliver trusted risk advice and support the execution of the Fund's risk management strategy.

You'll guide a high-performing team and work closely with the first line of defence to strengthen risk culture, influence key business decisions, and help the Fund navigate change, emerging risks and strategic initiatives. Your expertise will be instrumental in protecting member outcomes while enabling the Fund to achieve its long-term objectives.

This opportunity is available in either our Melbourne or Adelaide office.

The opportunity

• Lead the Risk Advisory Team to provide continuous independent review and challenge of the implementation of the risk management framework.
• Provide independent risk advice and guidance in decision-making to incorporate risk-based considerations consistent with the Risk Management Framework and Strategic Plan.
• Design, develop and embed processes and standards for the ongoing identification, management and reporting of risks across the Fund consistent with the Risk Management Framework.
• Oversee the effective management of the incident management policy and processes.
• Drive the design and implementation of the Fund's resilience program, including scenario testing, crisis management exercises, and recovery and exit planning.
• Oversee the Fund's risk reserves program, ensuring appropriate risk-based reserves are maintained.
• Manage the annual Corporate Insurance process for the Fund.
• Develop and present regular, timely risk reporting to Management, the Board and Board Committees.
• Provide the fund with thought leadership and insight into leading risk management and compliance practices.
• Identify and deliver opportunities to optimise processes for improvement of member outcomes through continuous improvement.
• Drive the delivery of Risk Advisory Business Plan initiatives.
• Lead the preparation and coordination of regulatory responses and engagements as required.
• As a senior leader within Risk, contribute to the team's vision, capability uplift and engagement strategy.
• Any other reasonable duties requested by the Executive Manager - Risk and Compliance Advisory and/or Chief Risk Officer.

About you

• Degree in a relevant field with relevant post graduate qualifications in risk and compliance leadership. Strong preference for advanced qualifications such as a Masters in Finance, MBA, CA or CFA or GAICD.
• Significant experience within financial services, including 7-10 years in risk, compliance, governance, legal or internal audit roles, and a minimum of seven years in senior strategic leadership positions.

What can we offer you?

Our employees are passionate about what we do and are proud to be part of an organisation which helps everyday Australians achieve a brighter future. We value diversity of thought and have an open and flexible workplace. Some industry leading benefits we offer include:

• We contribute 3% more to your super on top of the standard employer amount
• A hybrid and flexible work environment
• Dedicated per person development budget to support your growth
• Additional paid leave over Christmas and New Year
• Additional 5 days paid "flex leave", so that you can take time out when you need it
• 20 weeks paid parental leave
• Total Wellness Program, including benefits such as free flu shots, comprehensive EAP support, access to medical experts and wellness related events throughout the year
• Community service leave
• Salary continuance insurance
• Access to long service leave at 5 years
• Access to subsidised financial advice

Just to name a few!

About us

At Hostplus, we passionately provide around 2 million members with the best possible service; constantly looking for new ways to deliver better value while helping members get the most out of their super. We are inspired to help our members achieve greater security for their future and ensure they retire with dignity.

Your role at Hostplus will make a difference, whether you're in marketing, financial advice, operations or any of our other divisions - you'll be contributing to ensuring our members retire with the best possible outcomes, and what better feeling is there than knowing your role helps someone to retire with dignity and security?

Our commitment to diversity and inclusion

We are dedicated to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and appreciated for being their authentic selves. We celebrate diversity and believe that different backgrounds and experiences enrich our relationships and bring meaningful benefits to our people, our members, and the communities we serve.

We welcome applications from everyone and if you require any adjustments made during the recruitment process, we encourage you to reach out to us at ******@hostplus.com.au and to let us know how we can support.

We have a responsibility to act in the best interests of our members. As part of this, all employment offers are subject to the successful completion of pre-employment screening requirements. These include, but are not limited to, a National Police Check, Bankruptcy and Insolvency Check, and verification of qualifications and professional credentials.

Applicants must also have current and unrestricted work rights in Australia, as sponsorship is not available for this role.